Job Description
The Senior Development Engineer supports the development and performance engineering of large-scale solar photovoltaic and energy storage projects, providing technical expertise from project development through construction to optimize design, conduct due diligence, and evaluate innovative technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Support development and performance engineering of large-scale solar PV and energy storage projects from development through construction.
- Develop preliminary layouts and optimize project design considering technical specifications and constraints.
- Conduct technical due diligence and collaborate with external engineering and environmental consultants.
- Generate engineering inputs for business development proposals.
- Perform PV production modeling and energy storage dispatch studies.
- Conduct site visits to support project development and design.
- Evaluate new and innovative technologies for project integration.
Requirements
- Bachelor or Master of Sciences degree
- 5-8 years of experience with utility scale PV and or energy storage system design and construction support
- Strong preference for design experience in MISO and PJM
- Experience in MS Office and PVSyst or equivalent energy modelling software
- Experience in AutoCAD, with experience in automation tools ex. PVCase preferred
- Strong engineering, design, communication skills, and ability to work in a dynamic team environment
- Knowledge of utility-scale solar and or storage project design and optimization tradeoffs, typical technical specifications, and costs
- Experience with PV production modelling including post-processing techniques
- Demonstrated technical problem solving through innovation and exposure to the impacts of civil and geotechnical risks on PV design
- Familiarity with development studies such as environmental site assessment, wetland delineation, ALTA, hydrology, topography, and interconnection
- Location in Denver, CO or Redwood City, CA required
- The position requires approximately 25 domestic travel
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range: $110,000 - $145,000 with discretionary annual bonus and long-term incentive plan
Work schedule: Hybrid office setup with approximately 25 domestic travel
Work environment perks: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents; Generous paid time off; 11 paid holidays; 12 weeks paid parental leave; Life, AD&D, long-term disability coverage; Flexible spending accounts; Parking with company contributions; Mental, physical, and social wellness support with company contributions; Flexible work arrangements; Monthly reimbursement for phone, internet data; Optional legal pet insurance plans; Device purchase support
Additional benefits: 401(k) with company match; Community service and mentorship programs; Support for local community initiatives; Inclusive and collaborative company culture
Ready to Apply?
Join SB Energy and make an impact in renewable energy
Stay Updated on Sustainability Jobs
Get the latest renewable energy jobs and career tips delivered to your inbox.
Job Alerts
Get notified about new sustainability jobs
More jobs at SB Energy
Director, Transmission Strategy
SB Energy
Denver
Full Time
Dec 19
Senior Structural Engineer
SB Energy
Not specified
Full Time
Dec 21
$14k-170k
Supervisor, Renewable Project Accounting
SB Energy
Redwood City
Full Time
Dec 24
$110k-140k
More jobs in Denver, Colorado
Senior Assessor (CCA or LCCA)
Aprio
Remote
Full Time
Dec 8
Senior Assessor (CCA)
Aprio
Denver
Full Time
Dec 8
Aprio Spring 2026 Tax Internship - Denver, CO
Aprio
Denver
Internship
Dec 8